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Which anesthetic was first synthesized in 1772 by Joseph Priestley?
Which anesthetic was first synthesized in 1772 by Joseph Priestley?
- Chloroform
- Isoflurane
- Diethyl ether
- Nitrous oxide (correct)
Which anesthetic was associated with several unexplained intraoperative deaths of otherwise healthy patients?
Which anesthetic was associated with several unexplained intraoperative deaths of otherwise healthy patients?
- Isoflurane
- Nitrous oxide
- Diethyl ether
- Chloroform (correct)
Which anesthetic produces faster, more pleasant induction of anesthesia and faster awakening at the conclusion of surgery?
Which anesthetic produces faster, more pleasant induction of anesthesia and faster awakening at the conclusion of surgery?
- Divinyl ether
- Cyclopropane
- Isoflurane (correct)
- Diethyl ether
Which anesthetic is halogenated partly or entirely with fluorine, providing greater stability and lesser toxicity?
Which anesthetic is halogenated partly or entirely with fluorine, providing greater stability and lesser toxicity?
Which anesthetic is non-flammable, has a pleasant odor, lesser organ toxicity, and faster induction of anesthesia?
Which anesthetic is non-flammable, has a pleasant odor, lesser organ toxicity, and faster induction of anesthesia?